Dr. Christina Hathaway, PSY.D

During my telehealth visits, she was completely absorbed with what she calls "The Logistics" and took one of our sessions to go over multiple forms and policies, instead of providing this information in a streamlined process outside of our session time. After 3 weeks, I had caught COVID at work and became very ill quite suddenly. Her policies include no cancellation for any reason, not even emergencies within 24 hours, and that was the same time of the onset of my symptoms. Sick, I was on the call to avoid being billed a full session fee. She asked me to get the camera up as I lay in bed sick so she could see me for insurance purposes. At 10 minutes left in the session she stopped me to ask me to drop off a check in the mail for 2 months worth of co-pays so she could receive funds before our next session, knowing I was still ill. Asks questions about things you just told her minutes before. Seems very passive-aggressive for a therapist, or just not sincere--hard to describe.

I thought I was doing an initial consult and was very excited, however, I was told that my goal for therapy was to feel compassion for my abuser, before she even knew what my trauma was or personal goals were. I asked her for evidence regarding her approach, she quoted a Buddhist text. Did not backpeddle when she saw how upset I was, said it was because I was jumping to the end without having done the work or something of that sort. Made me feel extraordinarily belittled regarding my own recovery, have never had such a horrific therapy experience in my life.

It was distracting that she often looked at her cell phone. I have tried a few different therapists and after a few sessions, I just did not click with her. May have been the vibe between both of us, but this has never happened with me before with any other health care professional

My 2nd visit with her was horrible. As a client who's been to a few therapy sessions, this one was one of the most stressful. She is very condescending, she's not a good listener, she says she forgot what you said while asking the same questions over in over again in the matter of minutes. She asks you not to drink and smoke during sessions after you repeatedly tell this lady you don't do all of the above. The second session was when the argument took place. I was extremely stressed to the point that I told her I didn't need her services anymore.

Dr Hathaway is one of the best therapists out there. She is brilliant in her work and will push you to do the work you need to heal. She is caring, ethical and a true pro. She is by fat the best therapist I’ve seen. A real gem. Perhaps not for those who are not willing to grow or change.

Dr. Hathaway is truly a great therapist. She has training in several forms of therapy and she can curtail it to your needs. She offers sessions out door and even if you are traveling aboard. There are restrictions but she is more than accommodating. I have been a patient under her for several years and have had significant improvements. I have had other therapists and no one compares. This is clearly my opinion but just know that she is very opening when it comes to accommodating a patient.